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HCF of Washington Inc.

Cook

Washington Court House, OH · On-site

$13.25 - $18/hr

Position Responsibilities for a Cook: * Assist in preparing meals * Verify tray tickets * Wash & sanitize dishware * Clean & sanitize equipment * Operate all food service equipment in a safe manner ...

Lincoln Crawford Care Center

Dietary Cook

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

$13.75 - $17.50/hr

Support cooks in food production and plating * Serve meals and assist residents during dining * Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in kitchen and dining areas * Work in the dish room as needed

Court House Manor

Cook

Washington Court House, OH · On-site

$13.25 - $18/hr

Position Responsibilities for a Cook: * Assist in preparing meals * Verify tray tickets * Wash & sanitize dishware * Clean & sanitize equipment * Operate all food service equipment in a safe manner ...

TCP Galloway Inc

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Cooks

Columbus, OH · On-site

$16 - $17/hr

You will assist in the preparation, cooking, and presentation of meals in our kitchen. Responsibilities: * Prepare all served food * Plan food production to coordinate with meal serving hours

TCP Galloway Inc

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Cooks

Columbus, OH · On-site

$16 - $17/hr

You will assist in the preparation, cooking, and presentation of meals in our kitchen. Responsibilities: * Prepare all served food * Plan food production to coordinate with meal serving hours

HCF of Briarwood Inc

Cook | Part Time

Coldwater, OH · On-site

$14.50 - $19.50/hr

Position Responsibilities for a Cook: * Assist in preparing meals * Verify tray tickets * Wash & sanitize dishware * Clean & sanitize equipment * Operate all food service equipment in a safe manner ...

HCF of Findlay Inc.

Cook FT Evenings Fox Run Manor

Findlay, OH · On-site

$13.25 - $17.50/hr

Position Responsibilities for a Cook: * Assist in preparing meals * Verify tray tickets * Wash & sanitize dishware * Clean & sanitize equipment * Operate all food service equipment in a safe manner ...

Fox Run Manor

Cook FT Evenings Fox Run Manor

Findlay, OH · On-site

$13.25 - $17.50/hr

Position Responsibilities for a Cook: * Assist in preparing meals * Verify tray tickets * Wash & sanitize dishware * Clean & sanitize equipment * Operate all food service equipment in a safe manner ...

Red Leprechaun

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Line Cooks

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

$18 - $23/hr

Communicate clearly with the kitchen and FOH teams * Assist with prep, stocking, and closing duties as assigned What We're Looking For * Line cook experience preferred (but we will train the right ...

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How much do cooks assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for cooks assistant in Ohio is $14.27, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.84 and $15.29 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Cooks Assistant vs Kitchen Helper?

AspectCooks AssistantKitchen Helper
CredentialsMinimal; often no formal certificationMinimal; often no formal certification
Work EnvironmentCommercial kitchens, restaurants, cateringCommercial kitchens, restaurants, catering
Job RoleAssists cooks with food prep, cleaning, basic tasksSupports kitchen staff with cleaning, prep, and general support
Employer UsageCommonly used in hospitality and food serviceCommonly used in hospitality and food service

While both roles support kitchen operations, a Cooks Assistant typically performs more food preparation tasks under supervision, whereas a Kitchen Helper focuses on cleaning and general support. Both roles are entry-level and essential in maintaining efficient kitchen workflows.

What are some common challenges faced by a cooks assistant and how can they be overcome?

As a Cook's Assistant, you may face challenges such as working in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple tasks at once, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety. To overcome these challenges, it's important to stay organized, communicate effectively with the kitchen team, and be proactive in anticipating the needs of the cooks. Developing good time management skills and being adaptable to sudden changes in orders or priorities will also help you thrive in this role.

What is a cooks assistant?

Cooks Assistants, also known as kitchen assistants or prep cooks, support chefs and cooks in preparing food in commercial kitchens. Their duties typically include washing and chopping ingredients, cleaning workstations, organizing kitchen supplies, and sometimes assisting with basic cooking tasks. They play a crucial role in keeping the kitchen running smoothly and efficiently, ensuring that chefs have everything they need to prepare meals. This position is often an entry point into the culinary field and offers valuable hands-on experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a cooks assistant?

To thrive as a Cooks Assistant, you need a basic understanding of food preparation, kitchen safety, and sanitation practices, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, food handling certifications, and inventory systems is typically required. Strong teamwork, time management, and attention to detail are soft skills that help you excel in fast-paced kitchen environments. These skills and qualifications are vital for maintaining food quality, ensuring safety, and supporting the smooth operation of the kitchen.
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Infographic showing various Cooks Assistant job openings in Ohio as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $29,684 per year, or $14.3 per hour.

Cook, Marjorie P. Lee (Full Time)

Episcopal Retirement Services

Cincinnati, OH • On-site

$13.50 - $18/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 16 days ago

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Cook - Marjorie P. Lee (Full Time)
Are you a Cook looking for a great culture, reasonable ratios, an opportunity to grow with an organization? Episcopal Retirement Services has been voted one of Cincinnati's TOP EMPLOYERS for 17 years running and we are hiring passionate Cooks to join our team!
When you love what you do, it shows!
Episcopal Retirement Services has an award-winning culture and a robust mix of available benefits and perks that may include, discounted meals, medical, dental, vision insurance, and other wellness perks. To learn more about ERS and our award-winning culture: https://blog.episcopalretirement.com/17-years-twp
As a Cook at Marjorie P. Lee you will enjoy the below and more if you join our growing team!
  • Schedule which allows you to get home by a reasonable time each evening
  • Rotating weekends off
  • A professional and collaborative working environment
  • Know how many people you are serving each day & get to know who you are cooking for
  • Robust benefits package: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, HSA, and much more!
  • Refer and get paid every time a friend is hired and becomes a Team Member
  • Room to grow within the organization

As a Cook you can expect to:
  • Cooks prepare and serves food that is palatable and appetizing in accordance with sanitary regulations, established and planned menu policies and procedures, including portion control. Makes only equivalent substitutions and documents accordingly.
  • Cooks assure that safety regulations are followed and reports any accidents, hazardous equipment or conditions immediately.
  • Cooks assist in inventorying and storing incoming food, supplies, etc., as necessary and maintains food storage areas in a clean and properly arranged manner.
  • Cooks review menus prior to preparation of food to ensure all ingredients are in stock. Advises manager of missing stock immediately.
  • Cooks complete daily or scheduled daily tasks.
  • Cooks assist in food preparation for parties, etc.
  • Cooks complete necessary forms, reports, monitors, etc., as required.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Acquire, a minimum, high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Have, as a minimum, one year cooking experience in a dining service enterprise or equivalent.
  • Be Serve Safe certified
  • Be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities and short order items as needed and must be knowledgeable of dining service procedures, cooking characteristics and techniques, names and contents of dishes, etc.
  • Be able to read, write and communicate effectively in the English language and follow written/oral instructions.
  • Possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
  • Be a minimum of eighteen (18) years of age.
  • Be able to bend, stoop, lift and push (up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis), stir and move intermittently throughout the workday.
  • Possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of this position can be fully met.
  • Not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.

Cooks who are not Serve Safe certified upon hire have 6 months to receive certification. ERH will pay for one class and test. If the staff member does not pass the course, the staff member will need to pay for the class and test. If the staff member passes the second test, ERH will reimburse the staff member for the cost of the test. If the staff member does not pass a second time, the staff member can elect to take it a third time at their own cost. If they decline or fail, they may be demoted to a position not needing certification or be terminated.
If you believe this could be a great fit for you, we REALLY hope we can talk with you. APPLY today & we will get back to you soon!
It is the policy of Episcopal Retirement Services to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
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